Quality Engineer - Charlotte Area

Quality Engineer - Charlotte Area

Quality Engineer | Charlotte, MI

$72,000 - $106,000 depending on experience

Are you ready to take on a challenging and rewarding opportunity in manufacturing? The Pivot Group Network, a West Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is committed to building meaningful connections in manufacturing. We partner with leading companies in Charlotte seeking Quality Engineers.

We are building our network of talent in this field across West Michigan and the broader manufacturing region Pivot Group Network serves. Our partner companies may or may not have an immediate opening for this exact role today, but we actively look for skilled professionals in the regions where they operate. If there is alignment now or in the near future, we reach out.

The Opportunity

We collaborate with manufacturing companies in the Charlotte region seeking Quality Engineers. These employers partner with us because they want real insight into candidates—not just resumes. By joining our network, you gain access to roles worth considering.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement quality control procedures and inspection plans.
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for non-conformances.
• Monitor and analyze manufacturing process data to identify quality trends and areas for improvement.
• Lead and participate in internal and external quality audits.
• Collaborate with design and production teams to ensure product quality from concept to launch.
• Design and execute experiments to optimize manufacturing processes and improve product reliability.
• Train production personnel on quality standards, procedures, and best practices.

Recommended Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality, or a related field
• 3+ years of experience in a Quality Engineering role within a manufacturing environment
• Strong knowledge of quality management systems (e.g., ISO 9001) and industry standards
• Proficiency in statistical process control (SPC) and other quality tools (e.g., FMEA, 8D, PPAP)
• Experience with root cause analysis and corrective/preventive action implementation
• ASQ certifications (e.g., CQE, CSSBB) preferred

Bonus Qualifications

• ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) certification.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma methodologies.
• Proficiency in statistical analysis software (e.g., Minitab, JMP).
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 or IATF 16949 quality management systems.
• Basic programming skills (e.g., Python, R) for data analysis and automation.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Quality Engineer, QA Engineer, Quality Assurance Engineer, Quality Control Engineer, Product Quality Engineer, Supplier Quality Engineer, Senior Quality Engineer, Lead Quality Engineer, Staff Quality Engineer, Principal Quality Engineer, Reliability Engineer, Test Engineer (Quality Focus), Validation Engineer (Quality Focus

Why The Pivot Group Network

The Pivot Group Network was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic—they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters:
Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory. Learn more at https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out at https:// The Pivot Group Network offers resources to support your search—market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.

Salary Package:

$ 72,000. (US Dollar)